Travelling from Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport (AVP) to Phoenix: what you need to know
Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport is located in Wilkes-Barre. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, Phoenix is two hours behind Wilkes-Barre.
Leave plenty of time to get on your AVP to Phoenix flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time like April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling from central Wilkes-Barre to AVP takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near AVP. Whether you've booked an early flight from Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport to Phoenix or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of the departures from Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
AVP's address is 100 Terminal Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport (AVP) to Phoenix
$652 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport to Phoenix flight. A return plane ticket starts at $696. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from AVP to Phoenix. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is around 5 kilometres from the centre of Phoenix. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive will take roughly 10 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport to Phoenix. Book one of these accommodation options near PHX instead:
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport around one week before your flight from AVP to Phoenix.
The street address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
After your flight from Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport to Phoenix has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Phoenix is roughly 32 kilometres from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA).
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near AZA. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your AVP to Phoenix flight at one of these well-located options:
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at AZA can help you lock in a better rate.
You can find Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
Best time to go to Phoenix
March is the most popular month for flights from Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport to Phoenix. To escape the crowds, head to Phoenix in October.
Lock in a Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport to Phoenix plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 27ºC to 45ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from AVP to Phoenix in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 21ºC on average.
More about Phoenix
Once you've booked your flight from Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport to Phoenix, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Phoenix:
Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Camelback Mountain are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Phoenix to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Heard Museum.
Explore more of the United States
Phoenix has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 483 kilometres west of Phoenix, a visit to San Diego will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Around 418 kilometres northwest of Phoenix, Las Vegas is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Ciudad del Pecado o Las Vegas, Las Vegas Strip and Fountains of Bellagio.
